He was a gentle individual. Had a passion for music, oldies but goodies were one of his favorites. He would search antique stores looking for albums of the great ones. He understood why this type of music continues to live so long. And because he loved music he became a DJ, not professionally but whenever there was a need. Family and friends, would have get togethers and he would DJ their parties, as his gift to them. He seemed to become another person when he DJ'd. His smile would light up the room, and when he felt the beat, he would go out and dance away with joy. He was also known for putting together a CD or two for those he loved.
Another passion was restoring his 1971 El Camino. One that his father and older brother never succeeded to do. He was determined to be the one to finish what they started. So Michael, guided by his mentor Jim, worked hard on it. He would even post pictures, on Facebook with each step he took. He would say, "Soon I'll have this car out on the road and I will take my nephews out for a cruise."
He didn't have much money but, to us, he was rich as a son, brother, uncle and friend. He will be missed by many!
He was the youngest of five children, of Alfredo and Frances Berumen.
He is preceeded in death by his grandfather, Manuel Berumen, grandparents Irene and Lelo Salinas, brother Gilbert Berumen, Uncle Alfonso Salinas, aunt Josie Salinas, his nino Gilbert Delgado and his cat Kit Kitty.
He is survived by: Alfredo Berumen Sr. - father Frances Berumen - mother. Siblings: Freddie Berumen Jr. (partner Hector) Richard Berumen (daughter Lylee) Irene Berumen (sons, Jaymz and Jaden) Denise Cantu (son, Arthur). grandma Maria Berumen (daughter Socorro), aunt Lydia Padilla (sons Richard, Rocky and daughter, Destinee), uncle George Berumen (son Manuel).
Rosary will be Thursday March 20, 2014 7 p.m. - Mass, Saturday March 22, 2014 12 p.m. Both at St. Anthonys Church, 2511 S C St, Oxnard, CA Internment to follow at Santa Clara Cementary, Oxnard. Arrangements under the direction of Funeraria del angel Conrad's & James Reardon, Oxnard, CA.
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